I hope all you mom’s out there reading this has a relaxing day (hopefully the entire weekend) and were spoiled. If you were let down or underwhelmed by the holiday I think that’s really normal. Men can be a bit clueless and that’s why I’ve started to plan my own day. Last year someone wrote in a Facebook mom’s group asking for hotel recs as she wanted a solo staycation for the weekend. I loved this idea so much, but only wanted one night away and to spend that Sunday with the family. I had my husband book me a hotel room and I had myself a little day. It’s become my new tradition.
At first I felt kinda of guilty wanting an entire day and night away, alone, all by my self. I was somewhat embarrassed to share it with you all, but I got so many of you telling me what an amazing idea it was and that they wanted to do something similar in the future. I spend so much time with my kids and do so much with them, that if I want to take a day to spoil myself and be alone I think it’s much deserved. I come home rested and refreshed to do all the laundry and grocery shopping that didn’t get done while I was gone 😉
So here’s what I planned:
My husband took the girls to his mom’s beach for the day and left around 8am. I drank my coffee in peace then took Daisy for a long walk. Then I went and got my nails done which was packed because of Mother’s Day weekend, so I ended up missed the pilates pop-up class I wanted to go to. I grabbed a fancy iced tea from a place called Grand Nutrition in Gig Harbor that makes the best tea bombs and smoothies. I checked into the hotel around 2pm and got situated. I has an appointment at the spa at 3, so I went down early to check in and relax at the spa. I had a body firming cocoon wrap and scalp and foot massage treatment that was dreamy! I hit up the infrared sauna after, showered, and headed back to my room.
I binge watched Queen Charlotte (10/10 recommend) and ordered dinner to go from the hotel restaurant. I enjoyed my dinner and a glass of wine then continues to binge watch my show. I brought a sheet mask, and a hand mask to put on while watching my show as well.
Of course I couldn’t sleep in and was up the next morning at 5:45am, so I drank coffee in bed and finished Queen Charlotte. Then I went for a long run on the water, did a strength class in the gym, and grabbed breakfast in the hotel restaurant before heading home. It was so nice to just be on my own schedule for 24 hours. Here are some pictures:
I headed home after breakfast and hung out with the family all day. I came home to flowers, cards and homemade gifts from Quinn which was my favorite. We had gorgeous weather so we had a blow up pool for the girls and Ross made me my favorite crab cakes for dinner.
I used to feel anxious leaving to go on a girl’s weekend or something here and there and I’ve just flat out gotten over that! Will things be done exactly as they would be done with mom? No. Will they eat Costco pizza for lunch with Dad. Probably. I’ve learned that that’s OK and good for everyone to have those breaks. I’m a better mom when I have balance in my life and have a chance to recharge my batteries.
Having a supportive husband and friends makes the mom guilt a lot easier as well. My husband thinks my night away is a bit over the top, but let’s me live my life and books the hotel room. He takes on all the kid duties and doesn’t barely complains 😉 I also have really supportive mom friends. I had a handful of friends randomly text me to telling me to have a wonderful day away. That support goes a long way in making me feel good about taking some time for myself.
If there is something you want or what to do for Mother’s Day or your birthday I encourage you to take charge and ask for what you want.
xx, A
Sounds so dreamy, I’m doing next year